
A boat-access Pittwater beach where dogs can run off-leash north of the wharf in the early morning and evening.
Mackerel Beach is reached by water, and it rewards the trip. Dogs can run off-leash on the beach from the public wharf north to the national park boundary, at set times.
It is a quiet, residential spot, so it suits calm dogs and considerate owners. South of the wharf is off limits to dogs at all times, as is the neighbouring Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
Time your ferry or boat trip to land in the morning or late afternoon window.
Photo courtesy of Northern Beaches Council.